Whether you’re contemplating a divorce, looking to protect your parental rights in a child custody dispute, or embarking on a new marriage and seeking financial security with a prenuptial agreement, choosing the right family law attorney is one of the most important decisions you will make.
While experience and “know how” is critical in any family law matter, having a team of dedicated professionals working together on your behalf will make a meaningful difference throughout your case.
At Plakas Mannos, we believe that successful representation is built on collaboration. Our clients benefit from the combined experience of seasoned attorneys and knowledgeable legal professionals who have dedicated their careers to helping Ohio husbands, wives, mothers, and fathers, navigate some of the most unfamiliar periods in their lives.
Family law matters like divorce and child custody, for example, are often emotionally charged and can affect nearly every aspect of a family’s life. Effective representation requires more than knowledge of the law—it requires collaboration, open communication, and a genuine understanding of each client’s circumstances, concerns, and goals.
Experience matters. Courts throughout Ohio may have different procedures, expectations, and approaches to family law matters. James G. Mannos, Peter T. Cahoon and Marietta M. Pavlidis make up our family law team and bring substantial experience representing clients in courts across the State of Ohio. Their collective experience provides the knowledge, perspective, and credibility necessary to understand local Ohio practices, anticipate potential issues, and develop a strategy tailored to the specific facts, court, and judge involved in each case.
Practicing law in Ohio since 1977, Attorney James G. Mannos has brought nearly five decades of experience, sound judgment, and dedicated advocacy to every matter he handles. Throughout his distinguished career, He has represented hundreds of individuals, families, and businesses in complex legal matters, helping clients protect their rights and while pursuing meaningful results. His extensive experience spans every level of Ohio’s court system, from trial courts to appellate courts, and includes presenting oral argument before the Supreme Court of Ohio. This depth of experience provides Attorney Mannos with the knowledge, perspective, and courtroom skill necessary to guide clients through even the most challenging legal disputes with confidence.
After decades of practicing family law throughout Ohio, our family law team knows that successful cases are built on more than reaction to issues, as they arise - they require anticipating potential challenges before they become obstacles.
With nearly three decades of experience representing clients in domestic relations matters throughout Ohio, Attorney Marietta M. Pavlidis’ practice encompasses the full range of family law matters. Her expertise includes complex divorce and dissolution proceedings, contested child custody disputes, post-decree litigation, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. She has represented business owners, physicians, licensed professionals, and their spouses in high stakes family law matters involving substantial assets, complicated financial issues, and custody battles involving complex family dynamics. Drawing upon her extensive courtroom experience and proven ability to resolve complex disputes, Attorney Pavlidis identifies the critical issues in each case, anticipates potential challenges, and develops focused strategies designed to protect her clients’ immediate priorities and long-term interests. Throughout her distinguished career spanning nearly three decades, Attorney Pavlidis has earned a reputation among her colleagues as a highly skilled, successful, and dedicated advocate for clients who find themselves navigating complex domestic relations matters.
For more than 45 years, Attorney Peter T. Cahoon has distinguished himself as a trusted and accomplished advocate in domestic relations and family law matters in courtrooms throughout Ohio. He has successfully represented clients in complex and highly contested divorces, dissolutions, child custody and parenting time disputes, child support and spousal support matters. His exceptional courtroom experience, commanding knowledge of Ohio family law, and sound strategic judgment enable him to navigate the most difficult family-law matters with skill, discretion, and unwavering dedication to his clients. Throughout his distinguished career, Attorney Cahoon has remained committed to providing clients with steady guidance, formidable advocacy, and trusted counsel during some of life’s most consequential moments.
As Attorneys Mannos, Pavlidis, and Cahoon have appeared in domestic relations courts throughout Ohio for decades, our team understands how family law courts evaluate evidence, what information courts typically expect to see, and how different counties throughout the Buckeye state handle similar issues. Our team’s experience in family law allows us to recognize potential concerns early and develop practical solutions before they become larger problems.
Many law firms assign a single attorney to handle a family law matter with limited support behind the scenes. At our firm, we believe clients deserve more.
Our domestic relations team works together throughout every stage of your case. By combining decades of legal experience in family law with the day-to-day support of our dedicated legal staff, we can respond efficiently, stay organized, and move your case forward as effectively as possible.
This collaborative approach means our clients benefit from:
We understand that Family Law matters are deeply personal, and we believe our team approach provides clients with the support and resources they deserve during difficult times.
Every county has its own local court rules, procedures, and expectations. Familiarity with those differences can be invaluable when navigating a domestic relations case.
Attorneys Cahoon, Pavlidis, and Mannos have practiced throughout the State of Ohio, handling family law matters in many counties all over the state. Their experience in multiple domestic relations courts has given them a strong understanding of the varying local rules, filing procedures, and courtroom practices that can impact a case. This breadth of experience allows our team to anticipate procedural issues, prepare clients appropriately, and navigate the legal process efficiently regardless of where their case is filed.
For many people, the first meeting with a family law attorney comes during one of the most stressful periods of their lives.
Whether you are contemplating divorce, involved in a child custody dispute, considering a dissolution, or preparing for marriage and seeking a prenuptial agreement to protect your financial future, it is natural to have questions and concerns about what comes next.
Our team of experienced family law attorneys has met with hundreds—if not thousands—of individuals and families facing these exact situations. Their experience enables them to listen carefully, explain the legal process in understandable terms, identify important issues early, and develop a strategy tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Our goal is to provide clients with both legal guidance and peace of mind from the very beginning.
An experienced legal support team is an essential part of successfully managing Family Law cases.
Our family law team’s dedicated paralegals, Kaitlyn, Jamie, and Heather work closely alongside our attorneys and possess significant knowledge of the domestic relations process. Their skills and experience allow them to efficiently coordinate with domestic relations courts, clerks’ offices, government agencies, employers, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and other organizations throughout Ohio.
They assist in preparing and advancing each matter toward an efficient and timely resolution. Their behind the scenes efforts allow our attorneys to focus on legal strategy while ensuring clients receive responsive and organized support throughout their cases.
Their dedication and institutional knowledge in family law are invaluable assets to both our firm and the clients we serve.
Family Law is more than knowing the law — it is understanding people, solving problems, and helping clients navigate significant life transitions. It’s also being there – and having the strength of the team available – when you need it most.
Our firm's domestic relations practice is built upon decades of experience, teamwork, and a commitment to providing every client with thoughtful, personalized representation. If you are contemplating the termination of your marriage and need legal assistance, our experienced family law attorneys will guide you through every step of the way. For decades, our attorneys have helped family law clients through divorces, dissolutions, and all other domestic relations matters. Contact us today to learn more.